Charles Rutter, MD

Charles (“Charlie”) Rutter, MD, is a radiation oncologist with the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute who specializes in treating complex cancers using advanced radiation therapy techniques. He practices at Hartford Hospital and the Cancer Institute’s Avon location. Dr. Rutter joined Hartford HealthCare in 2016 after completing his radiation oncology training at Yale University.

Dr. Rutter’s clinical expertise includes central nervous system malignancies, primary brain tumors, spine and brain radiosurgery, and head and neck cancers. He collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams across surgical, medical and radiation oncology to develop personalized treatment plans that deliver the highest quality care for every patient.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Rutter plays an active role in expanding the Cancer Institute’s radiation oncology research portfolio through collaborations with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, including clinical trials focused on personalized de-escalation of chemoradiation for patients with favorable-risk HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer.
When he is not caring for patients or advancing cancer research, Dr. Rutter enjoys spending time with his wife and two children and going mountain biking.